Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 17.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.6% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10,527 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 161,457 (28.5%) |
| Some College | 56,851 (10%) |
| Associates | 88,086 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 49,997 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 200,589 (35.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,473 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $215,114 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,094/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 423,909 |
| Vacant Units | 34,792 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Milwaukee County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 48 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 927,809 residents. With a median age of 35.59, it is a relatively young county.
Milwaukee County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,473 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 17.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Milwaukee County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $215,114 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,093.
The residents of Milwaukee County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.6%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Milwaukee County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 48 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53110 | Cudahy | 17,964 | $66,717 | $201,000 | $977 | 2.6% | 36.7% |
| 53132 | Franklin | 35,272 | $110,656 | $345,600 | $1,380 | 3.5% | 56.3% |
| 53129 | Greendale | 14,607 | $95,412 | $288,400 | $1,177 | 2.0% | 59.3% |
| 53130 | Hales Corners | 7,647 | $86,806 | $290,400 | $1,274 | 1.6% | 55.3% |
| 53202 | Milwaukee | 26,269 | $68,482 | $298,000 | $1,234 | 4.8% | 70.8% |
| 53203 | Milwaukee | 2,077 | $84,005 | $334,600 | $1,671 | 2.1% | 79.4% |
| 53204 | Milwaukee | 40,008 | $43,645 | $106,000 | $964 | 5.6% | 24.8% |
| 53205 | Milwaukee | 9,091 | $30,300 | $122,100 | $803 | 12.0% | 32.3% |
| 53206 | Milwaukee | 20,219 | $28,995 | $70,800 | $998 | 10.9% | 19.6% |
| 53207 | Milwaukee | 34,536 | $79,576 | $228,500 | $1,145 | 3.3% | 53.6% |
| 53208 | Milwaukee | 27,407 | $50,585 | $196,300 | $924 | 5.9% | 41.8% |
| 53209 | Milwaukee | 44,963 | $45,288 | $150,200 | $980 | 8.7% | 34.2% |
| 53210 | Milwaukee | 24,605 | $45,268 | $153,400 | $1,044 | 8.3% | 32.2% |
| 53211 | Milwaukee | 34,427 | $76,206 | $413,500 | $1,225 | 3.6% | 77.7% |
| 53212 | Milwaukee | 29,099 | $42,679 | $204,300 | $1,038 | 7.9% | 44.7% |
| 53213 | Milwaukee | 26,293 | $94,144 | $311,200 | $1,228 | 1.8% | 69.0% |
| 53214 | Milwaukee | 35,010 | $62,712 | $178,600 | $999 | 3.9% | 38.3% |
| 53215 | Milwaukee | 58,375 | $49,207 | $148,400 | $933 | 4.5% | 22.5% |
| 53216 | Milwaukee | 29,772 | $43,466 | $122,800 | $970 | 6.9% | 29.4% |
| 53217 | Milwaukee | 30,381 | $132,044 | $426,100 | $1,519 | 2.8% | 80.0% |
| 53218 | Milwaukee | 40,581 | $42,207 | $122,200 | $1,034 | 9.5% | 21.0% |
| 53219 | Milwaukee | 34,855 | $70,998 | $190,300 | $971 | 4.3% | 36.1% |
| 53220 | Milwaukee | 27,678 | $69,301 | $218,800 | $1,063 | 2.6% | 38.4% |
| 53221 | Milwaukee | 38,428 | $61,640 | $205,500 | $1,071 | 4.2% | 36.4% |
| 53222 | Milwaukee | 24,400 | $73,523 | $202,100 | $1,026 | 2.6% | 52.5% |
| 53223 | Milwaukee | 29,287 | $60,477 | $184,300 | $1,071 | 6.9% | 40.8% |
| 53224 | Milwaukee | 21,445 | $69,727 | $194,600 | $1,160 | 5.2% | 34.6% |
| 53225 | Milwaukee | 25,277 | $54,433 | $174,500 | $1,094 | 7.1% | 30.1% |
| 53226 | Milwaukee | 18,893 | $86,361 | $301,400 | $1,348 | 1.9% | 68.1% |
| 53227 | Milwaukee | 22,988 | $71,594 | $214,300 | $1,057 | 2.5% | 40.2% |
| 53228 | Milwaukee | 15,084 | $75,288 | $254,700 | $1,220 | 2.0% | 46.3% |
| 53233 | Milwaukee | 14,412 | $20,306 | $132,900 | $846 | 6.9% | 23.4% |
| 53154 | Oak Creek | 36,473 | $93,120 | $305,100 | $1,397 | 0.8% | 51.4% |
| 53235 | Saint Francis | 9,318 | $58,490 | $207,200 | $893 | 2.5% | 41.0% |
| 53172 | South Milwaukee | 20,547 | $70,146 | $216,400 | $1,014 | 3.4% | 38.4% |